Job DetailsJob LocationBest Western Plus Hood River Inn - Hood River, ORPosition TypeFull-Time/Part-TimeJob ShiftAnyDescriptionWould you like to combine your passion for restaurants and hospitality with your passion for life? Riverside is in heart of the Columbia River Gorge, one of the most exciting places to live in the country and is also one of the country's top recreational meccas. If you are reading this post, you obviously have a passion for hospitality. What are your other passions? Hiking, fly fishing, gravel biking or mountain biking, wind sports, trail running, snow sports and kayaking are all minutes from our restaurant. In Hood River, this lifestyle is literally at your fingertips either before or after work.We are pleased to announce that Riverside restaurant is currently seeking experienced full and part-time servers to join our team. As a server, you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our guests while ensuring that their dining experience is unforgettable. We take pride in our locally inspired food, superb hospitality, ambiance, and our breathtaking location along the great Columbia River.Responsibilities:
- Greet guests and provide knowledge of our menu, provide recommendations, and answer questions about menu items
- Take orders accurately and enter them into the POS system.
- Serve food and beverages promptly and correctly while ensuring the proper presentation and temperature
- Monitor guest satisfaction and respond promptly to any concerns or issues
- Upsell menu items and promote specials and events
- Maintain a clean and organized dining area, including tables, chairs, and utensils
- Assist with side work and closing duties as assigned by management.
You are a great fit for this job if you....
- Enjoy working with a team in a dynamic work environment
- Have strong communication skills
- Have previous hospitality experience in fine-dining
- Have knowledge of wine, wine service and cocktails
- Are an energetic self-starter with good problem-solving skills and work well under pressure
- Are available to work mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
- Are dependable, timely and detail-oriented
- Have a valid food handler's permit and be OLCC-certified
Benefits:
- Minimum wage + tips (not pooled)
- Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance available after 1yr
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday pay
- Matching 401k after 1 year
- Employee Supplemental Insurance and Flexible Spending Plans available
- Employee Rate at Best Western properties worldwide
- Food and gas discounts
QualificationsRequired Education and Experience
State applicable health and/or alcohol compliance card.Must be of legal age according to state regulations to serve alcohol.1 year of fine dining experience.